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Gen Z Summer Intern

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Gen Z Summer Intern Promly is looking for creative college students who want to make a real impact in the Gen Z space during our 6-week, fully remote summer internship running from July 20 through ...

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How much do remote summer legal internships jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote summer legal internships in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Summer Legal Internships vs Remote Summer Paralegal Positions?

AspectRemote Summer Legal InternshipsRemote Summer Paralegal Positions
Required CredentialsLaw student status, legal courseworkParalegal certificate or relevant experience
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, NGOsLaw firms, legal service providers, corporate legal teams
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily legal education, training rolesLegal support, document management, research
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding internship opportunities in lawExploring legal support roles for paralegals

Remote Summer Legal Internships typically target law students seeking practical experience during summer, focusing on learning and observation. Remote Summer Paralegal Positions are more support-oriented roles requiring some legal credentials, emphasizing document handling and research. Both roles are integral to legal teams but differ in credentials, responsibilities, and career stage.

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Infographic showing various Remote Summer Legal Internships job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,263 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

In House Legal Intern/Extern

The Public Interest Network

Denver, CO • On-site, Remote

Other

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

The Public Interest Network's in-house legal department provides legal services to Environment America, PIRG, and dozens of state and national affiliated organizations. The primary practice areas include non-profit corporate and tax compliance, campaign finance/election law, lobbying, charitable solicitation regulation, employment law, benefits, and contracts. 
Interns will conduct legal research, prepare in-house legal memoranda, and draft and review  contracts. Work in specific practice areas includes: 
  • Employment Practice: Assist legal staff with advising on employment matters and employment  benefits systems, ensure compliance with employment laws, review employment materials, and assist with defending employment-related claims. 
  • Corporate Compliance: Assist legal staff with conducting and documenting corporate board meetings and maintaining the organizations' good standing with state regulators. 
  • Tax-Exempt Organizations: Assist legal staff with advising on IRS guidelines relating to  nonprofit organizations, including for lobbying and political activities. 
  • Election and Lobbying Law: Assist legal staff with ensuring compliance with federal and state election and lobbying laws. 
  • Contracts: Draft and review contracts, leases, grant agreements, and other legal documents. 
Legal interns should have excellent academic credentials, be goal-driven and results-oriented,  and have a strong desire to protect the public interest through nonprofit and political work.  Leadership capability, initiative, and exceptional verbal and written advocacy and  communication skills are essential. Candidates should have completed at least one year of law school and prior experience volunteering or working with a nonprofit organization or political campaign is preferred. 
Location and Terms
Legal interns will be considered for work in Denver, CO or remote. Summer internships are full time whereas semester externships are part time as the student's class schedule allows. Legal internships are unpaid. We are happy to work with you to accommodate any requirements that may allow you to receive funding or class credit from your school or other entity. Work-study eligible students are encouraged to apply. In your cover letter, please indicate which term you are applying for. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We have currently filled our Summer 2026 class of interns. We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2026.

Completing a legal internship is not a promise of post-law school employment by groups in The Public Interest Network.

Why work with The Public Interest Network? Here are ten reasons: https://publicinterestnetwork.org/why-work-with-us/

Our Mission and Values
The Public Interest Network operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit https://publicinterestnetwork.org/core-values for things you should know about our network when you apply. 

Fund for the Public Interest is an equal opportunity employer.